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10 Umami Japanese Recipe Ideas

A collection-style vegan umami rice bowl inspired by Japanese flavors using miso, mushrooms, and vegetables.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 310
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Cooked short-grain rice — 2 cups
  • Shiitake mushrooms sliced — 2 cups
  • Firm tofu cubed — 1 cup
  • Miso paste — 2 tbsp
  • Soy sauce — 2 tbsp
  • Mirin — 1 tbsp
  • Sesame oil — 1 tsp
  • Garlic minced — 2 cloves
  • Ginger grated — 1 tsp
  • Green onions — ¼ cup
  • Spinach — 2 cups
  • Vegetable broth — ½ cup
  • Nori strips — 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Heat sesame oil in skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic, ginger, and mushrooms; cook 5 minutes.
  3. Add tofu cubes and cook 4 minutes.
  4. Mix miso paste, soy sauce, mirin, and vegetable broth in bowl.
  5. Pour sauce into skillet and stir gently.
  6. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
  7. Place warm rice into serving bowls.
  8. Spoon mushroom mixture over rice evenly.
  9. Garnish with green onions and nori strips.

Notes

Nutritional values (per serving)

Calories: 310
Total Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 16g

Vitamins and minerals (per serving)

Vitamin K: 45%
Iron: 18%
Magnesium: 16%
Potassium: 12%
Vitamin B6: 14%

Additional notes / tips

  • Add toasted sesame seeds for crunch.
  • Use fresh shiitake mushrooms for deeper umami flavor.
  • Serve bowl warm for best taste.
  • Add chili oil for spice.
  • Sprinkle furikake seasoning before serving.